Thanks to the publisher for an ARC to read and give my honest opinion.

Mallory Reynolds Is a photographer flying herself to a remote location in Alaska to photograph wild game when her plane stalls then crashes. She is rescued by a mysterious mountain man, Michael Bradley and months ensue.... their ordeal, stuck in the winter on this mountain until spring. Michael is a man struggling with a past and a disbelief. Mallory is a woman with strong beliefs and together they learn to survive. This was a enlightening read, with some powerful themes of faith and love.


What did I like? This is a story of faith. Everyone lives with trials and tribulations that are unique to themselves, so this one shows us that we can make it through things, we just need that belief. Being stuck in the wilderness at God,s mercy and the trials these two go through are heart felt and powerful. It kind of reminded me of The Shack.

Would I buy this book? Yes, I happen to love this author and this is definitely a book I'd refer to many of my friends. The only time faith is done with us is when our last breath leaves us.

Thoughts for the author? I haven't noticed the author going into the faith direction before this read but I liked it. Four stars of faith here. This was an incredible book.

I received a copy of this story from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Looking at the cover and reading the description, I thought I'd really enjoy this. Unfortunately, that wasn't the case at all. The writing felt amateurish, the relationship seemed to develop out of nowhere, Mallory was fairly annoying as main characters go, and the "scary moments" didn't pack any kind of punch. I was thoroughly let down on all counts. I just kept thinking to myself, "I've read fan fiction very, very similar to this," and I wanted to put the book down and go read that fan fiction again.

This was a big swing and a miss for me.

SC Stephens, is a go to author for me, so naturally I went into this not knowing what to expect. First thing, I went to Colorado over Christmas and I am so glad that I did not read this before my flights. As a wildlife photographer, one has to go to where the wildlife is and for Mal, that was Alaska. Alone and with a plan she sets out to capture these creatures in their natural habitat. Danger is waiting an unsuspecting Mallory, but she forges on, into the sky.
The plane crash was told in vivid detail and you really were afraid for Mallory. But yet I applauded her spirit to go and live her dream. Facing death with little more than her backpack, gun and her faith, Mal, has to survive one night and then go in search of help.
Michael, is a social recluse and all alone in his Alaskan wilderness. Tired of the world and it's people constantly letting him down Michael, leaves a career as a physician and the streets of New York. He is on a mission to have little to no contact with people again. His reasoning is solid, in his mind and he believes he is far enough out to accomplish just this. Until, one day he sees smoke rising into the Alaska wilderness . He sets out to see what has interrupted his exile. Finding Mallory, hurt and in danger, he rescues her from the very wilderness that they both love so much.
I would classify this story as NA to YA story more along the action and adventure line. There is innuendo, but nothing graphic. This is a beautiful story of two people in dire circumstances that lean on each other as a way to survive. Both Michael and Mallory, are injured in different ways. Michael, is broken by a single traumatic event in his life 5 years ago. And Mallory, her body is beaten and she is away from everyone she loves and is worried about her family thinking she is dead. Her spirits are low but her faith never weavers.
This story for me, was about finding your courage and strength you didn't know you had. It's about overcoming things keeping you from your happiness. Choosing to live when it would be easy to just lay down and die. Faith, plays a big role in this story and it was quite refreshing to see a book with a clear message, that was not beating it down your throat.

Exciting adventure for Mallory turns dangerous after her plane crash. I enjoyed this part of the book as it was filled with drama, imagery she excitement.

Second half of the book, unfortunately Michael's part, just didn't resonate with me at all.

This story is beautiful. I'm addicted to a slow burn romance. I don't want people who were crazy about Thoughtless to go into this blind. It's a completely different style of writing. I love it though when an author branches out. Personally, I don't have a problem when a storyline involves religion. I do think it could've been more evident in the blurb. I enjoyed reading and I look forward to whatever S.C. Stephens brings us in the future.

My rating is a 3.5

This was the reclusive hero story that I've been wanting. Finally a hero that is reclusive not because he has a disability or is misunderstood by his community but a hero who has lived through a tragedy and gave up on humanity. Decided to leave civilization to live off the grid and survive off the land. This was actually a really refreshing read. Michael's past still haunts him but living alone only having to be accountable for himself is what he needed to survive. Going to a crash site to scavenge for plane parts he never imagined there would be a survivor. And if Mallory is anything it's a survivor. What I loved about this story was the survival aspect. It wasn't just over once these two get together. No there are many occurrences while living in the wilderness that these two come to grips with their immortality even then that's still not enough to make Michael ever want to leave the seclusion for the hustle and bustle of civilization even if it means letting Mallory go. This is definitely slow burn and slightly angsty. The bond that grows between these two is really organic and not forced. I enjoyed this story and was thrilled with how it all came together.

Mallory is a photographer who likes to be lost in the forest to take the best pictures. It does not matter that no one of her Family accept her job, until something bad happens and she is lost.
UTNL is a slow really slow book, nothing really happens that we are catching or breathe besides the wild animals. The relationship between Mallory and Michael is unbelievable and lovely, but the reason why Michael could not be her was weak just saying.

I really thought that would be more after she goes back to her and the is The End.

Mallory's plane crashes in the Alaskan wilderness and she's left wondering how long she can go on with her meager supplies and the injuries she sustained. During a scary encounter with some wolves, a man, Michael, appears and takes her to his remote cabin to recuperate and wait until warmer weather. The story focuses on the remote life and the type of relationship that develops between Mallory and Michael. This was a page Turner for me as I was eager to find out what developed between the two. Some reviewers mention the religious aspect in the book. While religion does come up, it is brief and I didn't feel that it was a strong or distracting push of particular values.

Under the Northern Lights starts off with a bang and will keep you captivated from the very first page. Under the Northern Lights follows the story of Mallory and Michael. Mallory's passion in life is her photography. She loves seeing nature and animals in their natural habitat. Every year she journeys deep into Alaska. Everything has always gone to plan until this last trip. The unexpected happens and causes her plane to crash. Mallory suddenly finds herself injured, alone and vulnerable to the Alaskan wilderness. Just as Mallory's worst fears come to light, Michael enters the picture. This mysterious mountain man saves her life and gives her shelter until it's safe for Mallory to return home. Mallory and Michael are stuck together and have to make the most of their situation. Fate put these Mallory and Michael together and soon an unforgettable bond forms. When Spring comes, will Mallory be able to return to the life she once knew or will she throw it all away for the mysterious mountain man, Michael??? There's only one way to find out....

Under the Northern Lights is an extremely well written tale of survival and hope. From the moment I met Mallory, I was hooked. Her story gripped me instantly. I felt like I was experiencing her pain and despair right along with her. I was on pins and needles, wondering how her story was going to play out. It was exciting and intense and definitely had me burning through the pages. Michael was also a very intriguing character. I wanted to know why he lived in isolation? Why did he choose to stay in Alaska? How did he learn to survive all on his own? He was complicated and guarded and I for one couldn't wait to see his walls crumble.

I loved the slow burn and friendship between Mallory and Michael. I loved the feeling of hope despite the intense circumstances. I loved the sense of survival and seeing what you can accomplish when you really put your mind to it. My only complaint was that I felt like the ending of the story was a bit rushed. I would have liked to have seen more from Mallory's return home and how she was adjusting to life back in civilization. I would have also enjoyed getting Michael's point of view during the time that they were separated. Don't get me wrong, I'm thrilled with the way things turned out, I just wanted a little more from the last few chapters of the book. 

Overall, Under the Northern Lights was an enjoyable read.

Forced to live with a stranger, scared for her life and missing her family Mallory is awakened by the fact that she survived a plane crash. The burly mountain stranger lived in a remote isolated part of Alaska. Mallory learned to live a simpler life without the common luxuries.

This story was a pleasant change of pace from SC Stephens other books. I’m familiar with the Thoughtless series, the Conversion series, and the Furious Rush books. This book is nothing like those. This is a breathe of fresh air. It’s unique and doesn’t fit the typical formulaic writing of a romance.
SC Stephens wrote a beautiful story depicted with illustrious words. I felt the snow, I felt the danger, I felt the pain, and I felt the passion. She had me enveloped in her words hugging me tightly within the pages.

This was a book about two characters surviving the harsh winter storm in Alaska. While stranded for months in a cabin the chemistry between them blossomed. The subtle innuendos of desire reminds me of simpler times when people had very little distractions. Living off the land with the basics and no outside influences helped enhance the mood.

They built a solid foundation of friendship trusting in each other. They worked together as a well oiled machine. They developed a partnership of shared roles and chores.

I enjoyed the balance of surviving and bonding. The transitions were smooth. While this was written from Mallory’s perspective I felt Michael expressed himself well. I liked that this story had no supporting characters it simply focused on these two individuals with no outside disturbances or drama. Focusing on two characters in an isolated environment allowed the reader an in-depth access to reach inside their souls. Removing all outside influences and focusing on the basics stripped these characters to their rawest form.

I love the slow steady pace of the story. The dangerous activities that they encountered was typical for those living in an isolated area populated by wild animals. I love everything about this story.

I was given this book for free to provide an honest review. I must say that this was one beautiful story, a fantastic book! Once started I could not put it down. The author paints a truly realistic picture which makes the reader feel scared, teary eyed and in love at the right moments. The interaction between the main characters is too sweet and I kept on trying to think of a way how these two could end up together in their impossible situation. Although I never would want to end up in that situation, I almost felt jealous of the peace and quiet in their remote world! Recommend this!

It was a very slow book. To much detail and to be honest it was not interesting to me and I usually love this type of story. Nice try though but I can't rate it any higher.

Generally, I avoid books written in first person. Due to the description, I made an exception with this title and I'm glad I did! The author evoked such emotion in the characters. I enjoyed the story line, although it finished a bit too quickly for me. It was a great read and a wonderful way to end my day!

I have been a fan of S.C. Stephens since Kellan Kyle (I mean who hasn't been), so of course I was excited to start a new book from her.

This book, much like some of her others, is a slow burn. But, I actually enjoy that- sometimes rushed storylines are too much too soon. There were some emotional moments that really caught me up. I enjoyed this book a lot. It is a beautiful story about survival, faith, and love.

This book showcases strength, determination, love and courage. I found the book to be well-written and I appreciated the research that went into writing this book. I felt like I was right there in the Alaskan wilderness. I could actually feel the cold and the fear, and the excitement. I enjoyed the rise and fall of emotions of the characters in this sweet romantic story. The story line was good and the writing was beautiful and descriptive. I liked it. Thanks to Netgalley and the publishers for this book in exchange for an honest review.

Under The Northern Lights is an average read. As a romance, the story could have used more substantial romance. There's too much description and erroneous details that slow the story down. It's too slow for my taste. The characters are likeable but not loveable. Just a little something is missing. Thanks to NetGalley for an arc in exchange for an honest review.

A great looking veg story. The scenery, events and characters were described so well I felt like I was there. A nice book to read in the winter. The title was perfect too.

For me it was the first time reading S. C. Stephens therefore I didn't know what kind of story telling I can expect or how usually her story turn out.
The blurb of the book sounded pretty promising and I was excited to dive into the book.
Well in general I enjoyed the story but somehow it was also slightly boring. Even though lots of action happen (lots of near death situations) I couldn't fully connect to the characters or I didn't feel the underlaying passion between those two.
Towards the middle I would have even been fine, if they would only have just stayed friends and not become lovers.
That being said, I feel very conflicted, that on one hand it was exciting with all this survival knowledge and situation, but the love story itself felt boring or very slow.
Thw writing itself was good and had a good flow, but somehow something was missing. I can't really say what it is.

Thank you very much for the advanced reading copy provided via Montlake publishing and NetGalley.

Such a beautiful story, it captured my attention within the first page and I could not put it down. The characters had such depth to them that you saw new layers as the story progressed. I Enjoyed the roller coaster of emotions that I went through with this story.

Although the read was great I sadly just couldn’t get in the story. I finally told my to take a break and come back to it. So maybe later on I will.